Ukraine embassy fielding calls from Australians wanting to join fight against Russia
2 years, 10 months ago

Ukraine embassy fielding calls from Australians wanting to join fight against Russia

ABC  

Ukraine's Charge d'Affaires in Australia, Volodymyr Shalkivskyi, told the ABC his embassy had fielded about 20 calls this morning from people interested in heading to his country to fight the Russians. Key points: The Ukrainian President put out a call to arms over the weekend to people wanting to help defend his country Prime Minister Scott Morrison says it is unclear whether Australians going to fight in Ukraine will be breaking the law Australia has now imposed sanctions on Russia "We are grateful to all Australians who are offering their assistance but at the same time we don't want them to get into trouble when they get home," Mr Shalkivskyi said. "All friends of Ukraine who want to join the defence, come and we will give you arms," Mr Zelenskyy said. It comes as Prime Minister Scott Morrison has told Brisbane radio station 4BC he would speak with Ukraine's President later today. Future Fund to sell holdings in Russian companies Australia's investment fund has announced it will begin "winding down" and selling its holdings in Russian companies.

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Australia hits Russia with more sanctions following Kremlin's annexation of Ukrainian territories
2 years, 3 months ago

Australia hits Russia with more sanctions following Kremlin's annexation of Ukrainian territories

ABC  

Australia will impose another round of financial and travel sanctions on Russia following the Kremlin's move to sign treaties annexing four occupied regions of Ukraine. Key points: Australia has hit Russia with another round of sanctions targeting 28 Russian officials and ministers Foreign Affairs Minister Penny Wong says the sanctions reinforce Australia's strong objection to Russia's actions It follows the …

Australia will not sanction Russian tourists, Ukraine military assistance to continue for the 'long haul'
2 years, 3 months ago

Australia will not sanction Russian tourists, Ukraine military assistance to continue for the 'long haul'

ABC  

Australia will not ban Russian tourists from entering the country as part of sanctions on Russia over the war in Ukraine, Defence Minister Richard Marles has said. Key points: Mr Marles said sanctions were aimed at Russia's government, "not the Russian people" In July, Australia pledged 60 Bushmasters and 28 M113AS4 Armoured Vehicles to Ukraine Mr Marles called Australia "one …

Russia sanctions 121 additional Australians, including journalists, experts and business people
2 years, 6 months ago

Russia sanctions 121 additional Australians, including journalists, experts and business people

ABC  

Russia's foreign ministry has sanctioned an additional 121 Australian citizens, including journalists and defence officials, citing what it calls a "Russophobic agenda" in the country. Key points: Gina Rinehart, Andrew Forrest and Peter Malinauskas have been added to the sanctions list Journalists from ABC News, Sydney Morning Herald, Nine and Sky News are among the sanctioned Russia announced a similar …

Scott Morrison says Australia will send Bushmasters to Ukraine and fill Volodymyr Zelenskyy's request
2 years, 9 months ago

Scott Morrison says Australia will send Bushmasters to Ukraine and fill Volodymyr Zelenskyy's request

ABC  

Prime Minister Scott Morrison says Australia will fly a number of Australian-made Bushmaster vehicles over to Ukraine, after a public plea from the nation's wartime President. Key points: Bushmasters are an Australian-built armoured troop carrier The vehicles have been globally lauded for protecting soldiers' safety Volodymyr Zelenskyy used a speech to the parliament to request Bushmasters Volodymyr Zelenskyy directly appealed …

UK ramps up Russia sanctions as Johnson warns Putin of ‘colossal mistake’
2 years, 10 months ago

UK ramps up Russia sanctions as Johnson warns Putin of ‘colossal mistake’

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Boris Johnson said Mr Putin …

Russia-Ukraine Crisis: UK imposes more banking sanctions on Moscow
2 years, 10 months ago

Russia-Ukraine Crisis: UK imposes more banking sanctions on Moscow

Firstpost  

Under the plans, British people and businesses will be banned from making transactions with the Russian central bank, its finance ministry and its wealth fund London: The UK’s Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rishi Sunak, alongside the Bank of England on Monday announced the UK government’s plans to impose further economic sanctions in response to the invasion of Ukraine by Russia …

Sanctions swing toward Putin himself as Ukraine anger grows
2 years, 10 months ago

Sanctions swing toward Putin himself as Ukraine anger grows

Associated Press  

KYIV, Ukraine — With Russian President Vladimir Putin the latest target of sanctions over the invasion of Ukraine, diplomatic appeals came second Saturday to imposing financial and military pain on Moscow as global condemnation grew. White House press secretary Jen Psaki on Friday said the U.S. was preparing individual sanctions on Putin and Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, likely to include …

Vladimir Putin to face personal sanctions from Australia, as it plans to join international punishment
2 years, 10 months ago

Vladimir Putin to face personal sanctions from Australia, as it plans to join international punishment

ABC  

Australia will level punishing financial sanctions against eight Russian oligarchs within Russian President Vladimir Putin's circle, and 339 members of the Russian parliament, as Russia's invasion of Ukraine continues. Key points: Australia intends to impose sanctions on Vladimir Putin directly Economic punishment has been extended to several oligarchs and politicians China has accused Australia of a smear campaign over its …

Vladimir Putin to be hit with more EU sanctions as war between Russia and Ukraine escalates
2 years, 10 months ago

Vladimir Putin to be hit with more EU sanctions as war between Russia and Ukraine escalates

ABC  

Russian missiles have continued to pound Kyiv, with families cowering in shelters as fighting was reported outside the city and Ukrainian troops in armoured vehicles rolled in. Key points: Russia has not yet mobilised the majority of its forces, according to US defence officials Thousands of Ukrainians are crossing into neighbouring countries in search of safety New sanctions include freezing …

Ukraine: What sanctions are being imposed on Russia?
2 years, 10 months ago

Ukraine: What sanctions are being imposed on Russia?

India TV News  

Highlights The European Union is planning the strongest, harshest package of sanctions it has ever considered Von der Leyen said the sanctions will weaken Russia's economic base and its capacity to modernize The UNSC held an extraordinary emergency meeting meant to dissuade Russia to send troops in Ukraine Russia-Ukraine war: The European Union is planning the “strongest, the harshest package” …

Prime Minister Scott Morrison accuses Russia of 'brutal' and illegal invasion of Ukraine
2 years, 10 months ago

Prime Minister Scott Morrison accuses Russia of 'brutal' and illegal invasion of Ukraine

ABC  

Prime Minister Scott Morrison says Russia has launched a "brutal" and illegal invasion of Ukraine that will be met with a severe response by Australia and the international community. Key points: Scott Morrison says Russia's invasion of Ukraine breaches international law and the UN charter Additional sanctions have been placed on 25 individuals, with more expected Russia's embassy has criticised …

Russian embassy hits back at Australian sanctions over Ukraine tension
2 years, 10 months ago

Russian embassy hits back at Australian sanctions over Ukraine tension

ABC  

The Russian embassy in Australia has labelled the federal government's newest sanctions as "xenophobic", while Prime Minister Scott Morrison concedes he does not think the penalties will sway Vladimir Putin from invading Ukraine. Key points: The Russian embassy says a decision to recognise two breakaway regions of Ukraine will not be reversed Prime Minister Scott Morrison has indicated more sanctions …

Ukraine invasion: How will Australia respond to the Russian attack?
2 years, 10 months ago

Ukraine invasion: How will Australia respond to the Russian attack?

ABC  

As allies begin to respond to Russia's invasion of Ukraine, the question is fast becoming what kind of support countries will send to help it defend itself. The federal government — from Prime Minister Scott Morrison, to Foreign Minister Marise Payne and Defence Minister Peter Dutton — ruled out sending Australian troops over to fight with Ukraine during the conflict. …

'Thugs And Bullies': Nations Sanction Russia Over Ukraine
2 years, 10 months ago

'Thugs And Bullies': Nations Sanction Russia Over Ukraine

Huff Post  

Russian military vehicles are seen loaded on train platforms some 50 km off the border with the self-proclaimed Donetsk People's Republic in Russia's southern Rostov region on Feb. 23, 2022. Kishida told reporters that Tokyo will ban any new issuance and distribution of Russian government bonds in Japan because of “a series of actions Russia has been taking in Ukraine.” …

Japan, Australia impose sanctions on Russia over actions in Ukraine
2 years, 10 months ago

Japan, Australia impose sanctions on Russia over actions in Ukraine

India Today  

Japan is imposing sanctions on Russia over its actions in Ukraine, Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said on Wednesday, terming Moscow's moves an unacceptable violation of Ukrainian sovereignty and international law. Read full story Japan's sanctions include prohibiting the issuance of Russian bonds in Japan and freezing the assets of certain Russian individuals as well as restricting travel to Japan, Kishida …

Ukraine crisis: What sanctions have been imposed on Russia?
2 years, 10 months ago

Ukraine crisis: What sanctions have been imposed on Russia?

Al Jazeera  

Western countries, Australia and Japan announced sanctions on Russian banks, oligarchs and other wealthy individuals. The measures, accompanied by the repositioning of additional US troops to the Baltic nations on NATO’s eastern flank bordering Russia, came as Russian forces rolled into rebel-held breakaway areas in eastern Ukraine after President Vladimir Putin said he was recognising the independence of the Donetsk …

Australia imposes sanctions on Russia over Ukraine invasion
2 years, 10 months ago

Australia imposes sanctions on Russia over Ukraine invasion

ABC  

Prime Minister Scott Morrison says Australia will join other western nations to impose financial sanctions on Russia, as punishment for its actions in Ukraine. Key points: Australia has imposed travel bans and sanctions on several Russians "aiding" a Ukrainian invasion Sanctions in place in Crimea have been extended to separatist regions in eastern Ukraine Foreign Minister Marise Payne will consider …

Russia to be hit with barrage of sanctions, says U.K. PM Johnson after meeting on Ukraine crisis
2 years, 10 months ago

Russia to be hit with barrage of sanctions, says U.K. PM Johnson after meeting on Ukraine crisis

The Hindu  

Prime Minister Boris Johnson said the U.K. will hit Russia with a “first barrage” of economic sanctions, warning that President Vladimir Putin is fixed on a "full-scale invasion of Ukraine". "He's sent troops in, he's broken international law, he's repudiated the Minsk agreements, and torn up the understanding from Budapest in 1994 that Ukraine's territorial integrity would be respected," said …

Morrison government considers extra visas for Ukrainians, sends diplomats to Poland
2 years, 10 months ago

Morrison government considers extra visas for Ukrainians, sends diplomats to Poland

ABC  

The Morrison government is considering a range of visa options for Ukrainians who might have to flee their country, as it prepares for the possibility of a major Russian invasion in eastern Europe. Key points: Russia has sent troops into eastern Ukraine on what it has called a "peacekeeping mission" The government is considering a range of visa options for …

Putin may be 'irrational' on Ukraine, says British PM Boris Johnson
2 years, 10 months ago

Putin may be 'irrational' on Ukraine, says British PM Boris Johnson

India Today  

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said on Sunday that Kremlin chief Vladimir Putin might not be thinking logically, so the threat of sanctions may not be enough to deter a Russian invasion of Ukraine. The United States and Britain would seek to cut off Russian companies’ access to US dollars and British pounds if the Kremlin orders an invasion of …

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